This 4 year PhD with Integrated Study in Fuel Cells and their Fuels from University of Birmingham combines 120 credits of taught modules with a full research PhD.
PhD with Integrated Study in Fuel Cells and their Fuels, Ph.D.
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- 48 monthsDuration
- UnknownTuition Fee21420 GBP/yearTuition Fee4320 GBP/yearTuition Fee
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Overview
This EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Fuel Cells and their Fuels aims to attract students from a diverse range of disciplines from chemistry and engineering through to social scientists. Fostering the differing intellectual qualities, backgrounds, and cultures and nurturing the student partnerships is achieved through the cohort development strategy of the training programme.
With the intention to produce future energy leaders, an insight into the needs of industry was paramount in shaping this PhD with Integrated Study in Fuel Cells and their Fuels from University of Birmingham. Co-creation meetings with industrial partners identified five core skill requirements needed of future graduates for company employability. These were
- team building
- in-depth expertise on a particular topic
- appreciation of the challenges of real world applications
- industry prepared future employees
- broad fundamental knowledge.
Detailed Programme Facts
- Deadline and start date A student can apply at any time for this programme, there is no deadline. More details:
Start date: All year
- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Credits 120 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Energy Systems
- FCH Technology
- Materials for FCH
- Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Safety
- Business Methods, Economics & Strategy
- Project Management
English Language Requirements
This programme may require students to demonstrate proficiency in English.
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: Upper Second Class
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
- A 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Chemical Engineering or any other subject relevant to the research project, including Social Sciences
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
21420 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 21420 GBP per year and a duration of 48 months. -
EU/EEA Applies to you
4320 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4320 GBP per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Birmingham
- 765 - 1140 GBP/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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